Head Chef / Pizzaiola
We’re the high-volume Pub and are looking for an experienced Head Chef / Pizzaiola to take the reins of the kitchen and help shape something special from day one.
Our kitchen is all about quality produce, hand-stretched 48-hour fermented dough, and woodfire cooking – balancing tradition with innovation. We’ll be working with great oven , giving you the tools to deliver consistency and excellence at pace.
The role:
As Head Chef / Pizzaiola, you’ll be responsible for both the food and the function of the kitchen. This means:
- Leading the kitchen team with energy, professionalism, and passion
- Running daily operations and maintaining consistency in a high-volume environment
- Rostering, recruitment, and training new team members
- Managing COGS, ordering, and stock control
- Delivering on financial reporting and hitting targets
- Upholding food safety, quality, and hygiene standards
What we’re looking for:
- Proven leadership experience in a busy kitchen
- Deep knowledge of dough fermentation, hand-stretching, and woodfire oven cooking
- A leader who can balance creativity with operational excellence
- Strong organisational, financial, and people management skills
- Someone who thrives under pressure but keeps the team motivated and positive
What we offer:
- The chance to build and lead your own team from the ground up
